Reese Aitchison Seedmatic 40 D Series, Manual

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SAFETY FIRST
Keep all covers in place when using the drill.
Stop the drill before making adjustments.
Lower the drill to the ground or put on props when working around the machine.
Tighten all nuts and bolts after initial use.
FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual
and on your machine safety signs. Replace missing
or damaged safety signs, these can be ordered from
your local Aitchison dealer.
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls properly. Do not let
anyone operate it without instruction.
Keep your machine in proper working condition. Unauthorized modifications to the
machine may impair the function and/or safety and affect machine life.
If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance, contact your
Aitchison’s dealer.
OPERATE YOUR MACHINE SAFELY
Be careful when operating machine to avoid injury.
Serious injury or death can result from contact with
electric lines. Use care when moving or operating
the machine near electric lines to avoid contact.
Be careful when operating on hillsides, tractor can tip sideways if it strikes a hole,
ditch or other irregularity.
Permit only one person, the operator, on tractor
platform while tractor and planter are in operation.
Keep riders off. They are subject to injury such as
being struck by foreign object and being thrown off
the machine. They also obstruct the operators view.
WEAR PROTECTIVE GEAR
Wear close fitting clothes and safety equipment
appropriate to the job.
Wear suitable hearing protective device as
prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause
impairment or loss of hearing.
Wear safety gloves when working with discs as they can have sharp edges.
Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator. Do not wear
radio headphones while operating machine.